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Women-Centered ESL & Culture Coaching

Looking to improve your English, increase your confidence in speaking, better understand US culture, get support and guidance regarding maneuvering life in the US, or get assistance with current or future work or school related goals, all while also getting the emotional support to be your best self? 



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Example ESL Topics for Women-Centered Coaching

Language and Communication Skills

XX Tailored courses focusing on industry-specific vocabulary and communication. Emphasis on professional email writing, report preparation, and presentation skills. Focus on English needed for meetings, negotiations, and client interactions or any other needs specific to your situation.

Navigating Social Situations with Confidence

  • Small talk practice for social gatherings, school events, and community activities.
  • Understanding social cues and conversational norms.
  • Building friendships and social networks.

School and Children's Activities

  • Communicating with teachers and school staff.
  • Understanding school systems and parent-teacher communication.
  • Participating in children's activities and playdates.

Communication with Service Providers

  • Role-playing scenarios for interacting with doctors, teachers, store clerks, and other service providers (via phone and in person). 
  • Learning to advocate for oneself and one's family.
  • Understanding common service-related vocabulary.

Healthcare Communication


  • Understanding healthcare terminology.
  • Communicating symptoms and medical needs.
  • Understanding insurance and healthcare systems.

Accent Reduction / Modification

  • Help professionals improve pronunciation and clarity.
  • Focus on specific sounds and intonation patterns.
  • Personalized feedback and practice exercises.

Interview Preparation

  • Practice answering common interview questions in English.
  • Help professionals articulate their skills and experience effectively.
  • Provide feedback on pronunciation and body language.

Industry-Specific Vocabulary

  • Develop specialized vocabulary for various industries (e.g., technology, healthcare, finance).
  • Create custom vocabulary lists and practice exercises.

Cross-Cultural Communication

  • Help professionals navigate cultural differences in the workplace.
  • Provide insights into communication styles and etiquette.
  • Help to avoid miscommunication due to cultural misunderstandings.

LinkedIn Profile, Resume and/or Cover Letter Refinement

  • Help international professionals create a LinkedIn Profile fitting in with Bay Area standards.
  • Assist international professionals with establishing/refining english resumes and cover letters.

Meeting Etiquette Training

  • Teach international professionals the proper way to conduct meetings in English in the US. 


Startup / Business Networking Skills

Tailored courses focusing on industry-specific vocabulary and communication related to Networking. You can choose to focus on one, or opt to cover multiple areas as needed.

"Elevator Pitch" Development

  • Crafting concise and compelling pitches in English.
  • Practicing delivery for clarity and impact.
  • Tailoring pitches to different audiences (investors, partners, etc.).

Networking Event Etiquette

  • Navigating English-speaking networking events effectively.
  • Initiating and maintaining conversations.
  • Following up appropriately after events.

Building Relationships

  • Developing rapport with native English speakers.
  • Understanding cultural nuances in relationship-building.
  • Maintaining professional connections through email and social media.

Online Networking (LinkedIn, etc.)

  • Creating a compelling LinkedIn profile in English.
  • Effectively engaging in online discussions.
  • Using LinkedIn for networking and lead generation.

Introducing Yourself and Your Company

  • Practice in clear introductions.
  • Learning how to explain complicated technical ideas in simple english.

Small Talk Skills

  • Learning common english small talk topics.
  • Avoiding cultural faux pas.

Parks Experience

Personalized English Immersion Conversation & Culture  sessions - contact me for more details, or to get on my calendar!

Public Transportation Experience

Personalized English Immersion Conversation & Culture  sessions - contact me for more details, or to get on my calendar!

Scenic Vista Experience

Personalized English Immersion Conversation & Culture  sessions - contact me for more details, or to get on my calendar!

Wine Tasting Experience

Personalized English Immersion Conversation & Culture  sessions - contact me for more details, or to get on my calendar!


Startup Business Strategy Skills

Tailored courses focusing on industry-specific vocabulary and communication related to Business Strategies for Startups. You can choose to focus on one, or opt to cover multiple areas as needed.

Creating / Communicating Business Plans

  • Articulating business strategies and goals in clear and persuasive English.
  • Preparing and delivering presentations on business plans.
  • Answering questions from investors and partners.

Negotiation Skills

  • Developing negotiation strategies in English.
  • Understanding negotiation styles in different cultures.
  • Practicing negotiation scenarios.

Market Research Communication

  • Presenting market research findings in a clear and concise manner.
  • Analyzing and interpreting data in English.
  • Writing reports and summaries of market research.

Pitching to Investors

  • Crafting compelling investor pitches in English.
  • Understanding the language of venture capital.
  • Practicing Q&A sessions with potential investors.

Understanding US Startup or Corporate Cultur

  • Discussing common practices, and unwritten rules in US Startup or Corporate culture.

Cross-Cultural Business Communications

  • Understanding cultural differences in business communication.
  • Adapting communication styles to different audiences.
  • Avoiding misunderstandings due to cultural differences.

Networking Event Etiquette

  • Navigating English-speaking networking events effectively.
  • Initiating and maintaining conversations.
  • Following up appropriately after events.

Building Relationships

  • Developing rapport with native English speakers.
  • Understanding cultural nuances in relationship-building.
  • Maintaining professional connections through email and social media.

Online Networking (LinkedIn, etc.)

  • Creating a compelling LinkedIn profile in English.
  • Effectively engaging in online discussions.
  • Using LinkedIn for networking and lead generation.

Introducing Yourself and Your Company

  • Practice in clear introductions.
  • Learning how to explain complicated technical ideas in simple english.

Small Talk Skills

  • Learning common english small talk topics.
  • Avoiding cultural faux pas.

Basics of Legal Document Comprehension

  • Assisting with the understanding of legal documents.

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